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Brimsdown is located in Greater London
Brimsdown
Brimsdown
Location of Brimsdown in Greater London
Location Brimsdown
Local authority Enfield
Managed by Abellio Greater Anglia
Owner Network Rail
Station code BMD
Number of platforms 2
Accessible Yes
Fare zone 5
National Rail annual entry and exit
2004–05  0.328 million
2005–06 Decrease 0.315 million
2006–07 Increase 0.461 million
2007–08 Increase 0.533 million
2008–09 Decrease 0.519 million
2009–10 Decrease 0.453 million
2010–11 Increase 0.466 million
Key dates
1884 Opened
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Brimsdown railway station is a train station in north east London. It is located in the London Borough of Enfield. The station is part of Travelcard Zone 5. This means it is in one of the outer areas used for calculating train fares in London.

Brimsdown station is on the Tottenham Hale branch of the Lea Valley lines. This is a group of railway lines in the Lea Valley area. The station is about 17 kilometers (10¾ miles) north of London Liverpool Street. All trains that stop at Brimsdown are run by a company called Abellio Greater Anglia.

About Brimsdown Station

Brimsdown railway station helps people travel around London. It connects the local area to other parts of the city.

Where is Brimsdown?

Brimsdown station is found in the area of Brimsdown. This area is within the Borough of Enfield. Enfield is a large area in the northern part of London. Being in Travelcard Zone 5 means it's a bit further out from the very center of London.

When Did it Open?

Brimsdown railway station first opened its doors in 1884. This means it has been serving passengers for over 130 years! Over time, it has helped many people travel for work, school, and fun.

How Many Platforms?

The station has two platforms. Platforms are the areas where passengers wait for trains. Having two platforms allows trains to travel in both directions. This helps keep train services running smoothly. The station is also designed to be accessible for everyone.

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